Roof Safety for the DIY Homeowner: Stay Safe Up There Fixing a loose tile, clearing a gutter or sealing a leaking flashing can save a homeowner a fair bit of money. It can also put them in hospital. Falls from roofs and ladders remain one of the most common causes of serious injury around Australian […]
Rooftop Solar Trades in Australia: A Young Industry That Keeps Growing New Branches Walk down almost any suburban street in Australia and look up. Chances are you will spot a rooftop covered in dark blue panels. In just two decades, rooftop solar has gone from a novelty for early adopters to a standard feature of […]
When a homeowner engages a roof trade or inspector for a metal roof (such as Colorbond®, Zincalume®, or galvanized corrugated iron), the primary failure points and maintenance priorities shift significantly from tiled roofs. Metal roofs are vulnerable to thermal expansion fatigue, fastener degradation, rust at sheet laps, and flashing movement. Here are the 10 most […]
Because most homeowners can’t safely climb up to verify the work themselves, giving the tradie a clear, structured brief before they step onto the ladder is the best way to get an actionable report without paying for unnecessary extras. Here are the 10 most relevant requests and directives to give the roof inspector to keep […]